Fes loan network linked to serious crimes
The criminal investigation services in Fez arrested four individuals, including a woman—all of whom had previous criminal records—for charges related to unlicensed credit activities, extortion through threats and violence. The suspects were detained during security operations coordinated with the Regional Directorate for Territorial Surveillance. Investigations revealed their connection to a criminal network engaging in illegal lending practices, offering loans at interest via promissory notes secured by checks, then using threats and violence to extort victims. The operation resulted in the seizure of over 400,000 dirhams in illicit proceeds, along with jewelry, passports, checks, confessions of debts, transfer receipts, identification documents under false names, as well as cocaine and tools used for pickpocketing. Three of the suspects are currently facing charges related to kidnapping, detention, and fraud, with their court hearings scheduled for September 24.
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